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Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
Contents Safety information ....................... v About this guide ......................vi ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME specifications summary ........vii Connectors with shared bandwidth ............... xiii Package contents ..................... xiv Installation tools and components ................xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard layout ..................
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Appendix Q-Code table ......................A-1 Notices ........................A-5 Warranty ......................... A-12 ASUS contact information ..................A-14 Service and Support ..................... A-14 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
4 x DIMM, max. 128GB, DDR4 3200(OC) / 3000(OC) / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz, un-buffered memory Dual Channel Memory Architecture OptiMem III * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types. ® ®...
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ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME specifications summary Total supports 5 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports AMD Ryzen™ 5000 and 3000 Series Desktop Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280, (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) M.2_2/3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280, (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) AMD Ryzen™...
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ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME specifications summary ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082 - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR...
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ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME specifications summary 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connector (support(s) USB Type-C ® , PD 3.0 up to DC 5V/3A 60W fast charging technology) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (support(s) USB Type-C ® 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 ports...
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OLED 2” ASUS HYDRANODE - 2 x Chassis fan support* (CHA_FAN1P, CHA_FAN2P) - 2 x USB 2.0 port support* (USB_EP1, USB_EP3) * Visit ASUS Website for the latest compatibility list. ROG Exclusive Software - RAMCache III - ROG CPU-Z - GameFirst VI...
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Form Factor 12 inch x 10.9 inch ( 30.5 cm x 27.7 cm ) • Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications. • MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME motherboard 1 x 1-to-3 ARGB splitter cable 2 x 1-to-4 fan splitter cables Cables 1 x RGB extension cable 3 x ROG weave SATA 6G cables...
Installation tools and components Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) 1 Bag of screws The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
CPU socket The motherboard comes with a AMD Socket AM4 designed for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series / 5000 G-Series / 4000 G-Series / 3000 Series / 3000 G-Series / 2000 Series / 2000 G-Series Desktop Processors. • The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket.
(Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
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(D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product Introduction https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Please refer to the following table for the recommended VGA configuration. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
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Recommended VGA configuration AMD Ryzen™ 5000 and 3000 Series Desktop Processors Slot Description Single VGA Dual VGA PCIe 4.0 x16_1 PCIe 4.0 x16_2 AMD Ryzen™ 5000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series, and 2000 series Desktop Processors Slot Description Single VGA Dual VGA PCIe 3.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 AMD Ryzen™...
Fan and Pump headers The Fan and Pump headers allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. When an ASUS HYDRANODE fan is connected to a ASUS HYDRANODE fan connector, the ASUS HYDRANODE function will be available.
Water Block header The Water Block header allows you to connect sensors to monitor the temperature, flow rate, and water leak signals of your third party monoblocks. You can manually adjust the fans and water pump to optimize the thermal efficiency of your third party monoblocks.
1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. The PD_12V_PWR connector provides additional power for your PCIe X16 slots and ® also provides power for PD3.0 support for the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C Front Panel connector. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 1-11 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
M.2 slot The M.2 slot allows you to install M.2 devices such as M.2 SSD modules. AMD Ryzen™ 5000 and 3000 Series Desktop Processors: • - M.2_1 supports PCIE 4.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage devices.
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RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can • download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 1-13 https://tm.by...
DIMM.2 slot The DIMM.2 slot allows you to install a DIMM.2 card to support additional M.2 SSD modules. • Before you install or remove the DIMM.2 card, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard or DIMM.2 card.
• PD 3.0 up to DC 5V/3A 60W fast charging technology is only supported on CC Logic Devices. In S5 (Soft Off State) PD 3.0 only provides power delivery of up to 10W. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 1-15 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Front Panel connector ® ® The USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C connector allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 2 ® Type-C module for additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports on the front panel. The USB 3.2 ®...
2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 1-17 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
AURA Addressable Gen2 header The Addressable Gen2 header allows you to connect individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. The Addressable Gen2 header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/ Data/Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V), and the addressable headers on this board can handle a combined maximum of 500 LEDs.
RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 12V connector is aligned with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on. • The LED strip is purchased separately. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 1-19 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
BIOS Switch button This motherboard comes with two BIOS chips. Press the BIOS Switch button to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. The nearby BIOS_LEDs indicate which BIOS is currently selected. FlexKey button (Reset) Press the FlexKey button to reboot the system. You may also configure the button and assign a quick access feature such as activating Safe Boot or turning Aura lighting on or off to the button.
LN2 Mode jumper Set to pins 2-3 to optimize the motherboard to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 1-21 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
ProbeIt Measurement Points The ROG ProbeIt allows you to detect your system’s current voltage and OC settings using a multimeter. You can also measure the ProbeIt points during overclocking. Using ProbeIt Connect one of the probe onto the GND ProbeIt point, then connect the other probe onto another ProbeIt point to measure the corresponding voltage information.
POST. RSVD switch and header The RSVD switch and header is reserved for ASUS-authorized technicians only. Please ensure the RSVD switch is set to Disabled. Setting this switch to Enabled may result in damages to your system.
Safe Boot button The Safe Boot button temporarily applies safe settings to the BIOS while retaining the overclocked settings, allowing you to modify the settings causing a boot failure. Press this button at anytime to force the system to reboot into the BIOS safe mode. Slow Mode switch The system may crash due to the CPU being unstable when using extreme overclocking settings.
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System Panel header The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System Power LED header (PLED) The 2-pin header allows you to connect the System Power LED. The System Power LED lights up when the system is connected to a power source, or when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
The V_Latch switch is used for enthusiasts interested in viewing the onboard voltage regulation. When V_Latch switch is set to enabled, it will record both the True highest and True lowest voltages of the Vcore. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 1-27 https://tm.by...
Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. • The Q-Code LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. Please refer to the Q-Code table in the Appendix section for more details.
The Q-LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs indicate which BIOS chip is currently in use. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 1-29 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
Storage Device Activity LED The Storage Device Activity LED lights up or blinks when data is read from or written to the storage device or storage device add-on card. 8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is not connected.
AM4 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary. CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 1 Chapter 2: Basic Installation https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
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CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 2 When using this type of CPU fan, remove the screws and the retention module only. Do not remove the plate on the bottom. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
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To install an AIO cooler If you wish to install an AIO cooler, we recommend installing the AIO cooler after installing the motherboard into the chassis. W_PUMP+1 / W_PUMP+2 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT Chapter 2: Basic Installation https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
2.1.4 M.2 installation Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. • The illustrations only show the installation steps for a single M.2 slot, the steps are the same for the other M.2 slots if you wish to install an M.2 to another M.2 slot. •...
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Remove the screws from the other heatsink. Remove the heatink. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
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Install your M.2 to your M.2 slot. The steps may differ between installing M.2 of different lengths, please refer to the different types and their installation steps below: • To install an M.2 to the maximum length For M.2_1: Type 2280 M.2 For M.2_2: Type 2280 M.2 For M.2_3: Type 2280 M.2 Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away...
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Install the bundled removable screw stand to the M.2 length screw hole you wish to install your M.2 to. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. Secure your M.2 using the bundled removable screw stand’s screw. Removable screw stand Removable screw stand’s screw ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
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Remove the plastic film from the thermal pads on the bottom of the heatsink. Replace the heatsink. Secure the heatsink using the screws removed previously. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
I/O panel. Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 2-11 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
2.1.6 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug ATX_12V_1. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-12 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
Connect the 6-pin PD_12V_PWR to provide additional power for your PCIe X16 slots and ® also provides power for PD3.0 support for the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C Front Panel connector. 2.1.7 SATA device connection ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 2-13 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
2.1.8 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® or USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® connector USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ® USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ® This connector will only fit in one orientation.
2.1.10 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation Installing the ASUS W-Fi moving antenna Connect the bundled ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. • Ensure that the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.
2.1.11 DIMM.2 installation • Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 2-17 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
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• Before you install or remove the DIMM.2 card, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard or DIMM.2 card. •...
2.1.12 ROG FAN CONTROLLER installation The illustrations in this section are for reference only. ARGB Power in Fan ARGB Fan ARGB ASUS HYDRANODE supported fan ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 2-19 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
• Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 2-21 https://tm.by...
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For more information on using the BIOS FlashBack™ feature, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/, or by scanning the QR code below. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-22 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
Please connect your USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your devices. Bluetooth 5.2 function will be ready in Windows 10 build 21H1 or later. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 2-23 https://tm.by...
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* Marvell AQtion AQC113CS 10Gb Ethernet port LED indications ® Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description ACT/LINK SPEED No link No link 10 Gbps GREEN Linked GREEN 5 Gbps/ 2.5 Gbps/ LAN port BLINKING Data activity ORANGE 1Gbps/ 100 Mbps connection * Intel...
2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 2-25 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
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Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-26 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
BIOS setting. Press the power button for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME 2-27 https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.
BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> or <F2> during the Power-On Self Test (POST).
ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey <F5>.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file.
For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code. RAID definitions Volume provides the ability to link-together storage from one or several disks, regardless of the size of the space on those disks.
CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available 5C – 5F Reserved for future AMI error codes (continued on the next page) ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
Q-Code table Code Description S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call E4 – E7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error...
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Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset (continued on the next page) ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
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Q-Code table Code Description USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) B8– BF Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error.
Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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Tenez cet appareil à distance du ventre des femmes enceintes et du bas-ventre des adolescents. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME https://tm.by Интернет-магазин TM.by...
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ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT. Các sản phẩm ASUS bán tại Việt Nam, vào ngày 23 tháng 9 năm2011 trở về sau, đều phải đáp ứng các yêu cầu của Thông tư 30/2011/TT-BCT của Việt Nam.
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ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). Full text of UKCA declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for the country listed below:...
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2014/53/EU. Cijeli di: https://www.asus.com/support/ tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.com/support/ WiFi yang Beroperasi pada 5150-5350 MHz akan terbatas untuk penggunaan WiFi koji radi na opsegu frekvencija 5150-5350 MHz bit će ograničen na...
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ASUSTek Computer Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimii določili Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/ support/ WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah, navedenih v spodnjem seznamu, omejen na notranjo uporabo: Declaración de conformidad simplificada para la UE...
ASUS offers a voluntary manufacturer’s Commercial Guarantee. • ASUS zadržava prava na tumačenje odredbi ASUS komercijalnog • ASUS reserves the right to interpret the provisions of the ASUS Commercial Guarantee. jamstva. • This ASUS Commercial Guarantee is provided independently and •...
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• Si tiene alguna queja o necesidad de un centro de reparación local o el periodo de garantía del producto ASUS, por favor visite el sitio Información de garantía de ASUS de Soporte de ASUS en https://www.asus.com/mx/support/ para •...